Apparel Graphics Designer Job at EMERGING BLUE in New York

Overview Kids Apparel Graphics Designer. Our client, a NYC kids licensed business, is on the hunt for Apparel Graphic Designers for three brands on their portfolio : a baby brand, a heritage jeans brand, and an iconic sportswear brand. Designers will work cross-functionally with Design, Sales and Merchandising to create and develop seasonal apparel lines while supporting the brand's objectives.

Responsibilities Create print designs for t-shirts and other apparel items

Develop, execute and follow-up on concepts for art including all changes and processes required by licensor

Prepare graphics for internal presentations

Prepare color separations for screen prints so art is “print ready” when sent to the factory

Provide constructive and understandable comments to the Product Assurance team as it relates to all strike-off and art approvals

Coordinate standards and other necessary materials for seasonal development

Design and research line elements as required and / or assist in creating, updating and designing sales tools and presentation aids

Shop the market to research and identify current trends and present competitive data related to the area of responsibility to establish key objectives for the brand

Work closely with Design, Sales and Brand Management teams to conceptualize and launch clothing lines for several levels of distribution

Manage and oversee the overall design process to ensure lines meet style plans, sales needs and emerging trends

Ensure accuracy and adherence of line sheets production logs and design catalog

Partner with Sales and Marketing to merchandise showrooms for seasonal market dates

Special projects as assigned

Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design, Illustration, Fine Arts or related field

5+ years of experience in the fashion industry (children’s wear knowledge a plus)

Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite

Excellent organizational, communication and presentation skills with attention to detail

Brand appropriate aesthetic

Illustration skills a plus

Salary $60-80k

Additional Location : New York, NY. This listing includes salary ranges and is intended for applicants who meet the stated qualifications. No further details provided here beyond the scope of this job description.

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